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Early Supported Stroke Discharge
Research shows that stroke patients who are rehabilitated at home recover faster. The Early Supported Stroke Discharge service allows you to receive the same rehabilitation care you would get in hospital at home.
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/services/early-supported-stroke-discharge
New unit at Inglewood Care Home now complete
Cumbria County Council has been working closely with the trust to develop an extension on Inglewood care home in Wigton. Work on the project is now complete.
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/news/new-unit-inglewood-care-home-now-complete
Today is World Stroke Day and Professor John Howarth has shared some advice.
As part of our winter campaign each week we are sharing advice and tips from our staff. Professor John Howarth has shared advise on stroke awareness.
Free app gives emergency services specific location
The free 'what3words' app uses GPS for emergency services to quickly pinpoint where an incident is taking place.
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/news/free-app-gives-emergency-services-specific-location
Strengthening Families
The Strengthening Families service is made up from health visitors, school nurses, learning disability nurses and midwives who work together with you to support your whole family when you need it most.
Bladder and Bowel
The Community Bladder and Bowel service is a team of specialist nurses, trained to help and support people with bladder and bowel problems to improve their quality of life.
New therapy kitchen supports patients to get home
Occupational therapists use the kitchen to assess if patients are able to carry out everyday tasks to help them return to the comfort of their own homes quicker.
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/news/new-therapy-kitchen-supports-patients-get-home
Be Norovirus aware this winter
Although Norovirus (the most common cause of diarrhoea and vomiting) circulates all year round, it can be particularly prevalent during winter months.
Virtual Fracture Clinic
We investigate, diagnose and treat suspected broken bones (fractures) and soft tissue injuries. You may have been referred to us by A&E, an Urgent Treatment Centre or your GP. We’ll review your X-rays and decide on the best treatment plan for you.
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FOI 2425 0474 contact centre systems
FOI 2425 0482 intra-vitreal treatments for any eye condition
FOI 2425 0494 pharmacy
FOI 2425 0512 SIRO's contact information
FOI 2425 0549 L&D Contact and Apprenticeship Programme Enquiry
FOI 2425 0601 AHP and HSS contact details
FOI 2021 0418 Staff Contacts
Best Value Medicine Policy
This policy outlines how best value medicines should be used to treat patients at NCIC.
Controlled Drugs Policy
This policy defines the mandatory requirements of the Trust with regard to all aspects of the handling of Controlled Drugs (CD).
High Risk Injectable Medicines Policy
The aim of this policy is to standardise practice and manage the risks with respect to the prescribing, preparation, administration and monitoring of high risk injectable medicines.